The nurse researching the use of antibiotics in healthcare settings learns that which of the following classifications of antibiotics are most widely used in the hospital setting?
A) Penicillins
B) Tetracyclines
C) Aminoglycosides
D) Cephalosporins
D
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Cephalosporins are available in oral and injectable forms. They have become the most popular and widely used antibiotics in the hospital setting. Adverse effects are usually minimal, but may include GI symptoms, such as flatulence (excessive intestinal gas) and diarrhea.
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